Salute Your 2021 Graduate On Clarendon-Courthouse-Rosslyn Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Clarendon-Courthouse-Rosslyn Patch.

Clarendon-Courthouse-Rosslyn Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The portion of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise. Here's how it’s changed in Arlington County.

Safety Tips To Start The School Year, Arlington County

The start to the school year is looking different, with students beginning the year in a distance learning format.

#3 High School in the Nation: Application Period Now Open for Fairfax County School

Students have until Oct. 16 to apply for 2016-2017 class at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology.

Virginia's Top Schools, Officer in Court on Murder Charge, Airliner Accident at Dulles: News Nearby

Some top posts in Va., including a "super strain" of head lice in Virginia. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

Virginia Lottery's Record-Breaking Year Pays $534 Million to Public Schools

Lottery profits cleared $500 million for only the second time ever, while lotto players hauled in more than $1 billion.

Arlington County Public Schools Makes Weather Announcement for Tuesday

Snow is expected to continue falling throughout the night, forecasters say.

School Shopping Made Simple(r)

For parents thinking of moving a child to a different school next year, right now is the time to start “shopping” for it.

VIDEO: Thomas Jefferson High School Holding Info Sessions on Admission

Fairfax County school with concentration in math and science is often named as a top school in the nation.

Arlington Public Schools Welcomes Students for 2014-2015 School Year

See dates for back to school events.

'Bless You' and Gun Fiction: Are Schools Too Sensitive?

It’s a new school year and administrators walk a difficult line on discipline. What do you think?

Arlington Public Schools in Need of Teachers for 2014

County sees increased enrollment, has openings for 25 teachers.

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

7 Odd Items Included in Tax-Free Weekend

Back-to-school shoppers can pick up a number of not-so-school-related items during Virginia’s tax-free weekend beginning Friday, Aug. 1

Parents Protest, Petition to Halt Cuts to Autism Program in Arlington Public Schools

The Arlington School Board is proposing making $271,000 in cuts to the program.

Arlington Considers Building a New Secondary School

Arlington officials decide to keep property on Wilson Boulevard in western Rosslyn.

Arlington Public Schools Makes Snow Day Announcement for Monday

It's a snowy St. Patrick's Day.

Schedule Change for Arlington Public Schools Caused By Snow Days

Changes replace earlier revised schedule.

Arlington Public Schools Makes Snow Day Announcement for Wednesday

Students have missed two days of school this week due to snow and ice.

Arlington Public Schools Makes Snow Day Announcement for Tuesday

Schools were closed Monday.

Arlington Public Schools May Delay Tuesday School Decision Until Tuesday Morning

Decision will "depend on the weather and road conditions and we may not have a full picture until tomorrow morning."

Arlington Public Schools Will Open with a Two-Hour Delay Tuesday

All administrative offices will open on time.

Closing/Delay Decision from Arlington Public Schools

Arlington Public Schools makes decision about Friday schedule, due to snow.

Virginia Senate Republicans Kill 'Dream Act' Bill in Committee Vote

"These young people are a part of our communities, and they’re not going to disappear tomorrow," said Sen. Adam Ebbin. "So why wouldn’t we give them this tool to succeed in and contribute to those communities?”

Wimpy Kids or Safety First: School Closing Decisions Generate Strong Reactions

Are we raising "a generation of wimpy kids" or are decisions based on safety concerns? Patch readers have been weighing in. What do you think?

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

AHC Launches Backpack Drive for Low-Income Arlington Students

Gifts can set to be recurring. Corporate matches are allowed.

School Supplies Tax-Free Weekend Includes Wedding Veils, Corsets, Costumes

Virginia offers a lot more tax-free than just school supplies during the school supply and clothing tax-free holiday — like diapers and wedding apparel.

Arlington Public Schools 2013 Back-to-School Nights

Most back-to-school events will be held in September.

Congratulations Grads! Blog About Your Journey on Patch

Should Fewer Students Go to College?

Most high school graduates from this area go college, but many will graduate college with more debt than they can handle. Is college becoming a privilege that only the upper class can truly afford?

'Bike to School Day' Coming Wednesday

Be on the lookout for backpack-toting students on bikes this Wednesday, National Bike to School Day.

NVCC Student Wins Prestigious Scholarship

Oyudari Baatartsogt is studying psychology.

'Formals for Five' Event to Benefit Victims in Boston Bombing

The Washington-Lee High School PTA has decided some of the proceeds will go to charity this year.

Arlington Students Participate in Cherry Blossom Parade

Students from Barcroft Elementary School made an appearance Saturday.

Arlington Students Study the Civil War on Wheels

The Civil War 150 HistoryMobile made an appearance at Thomas Jefferson Middle School this week.